Silver Spoon: World-Premiere Musical from the Nora Theatre Company

Set in late 1960s New York, this new romantic musical comedy tells the story of two young lovers from different social strata who clash with their families -- Upper East Side bankers and Jewish trade unionists -- amid a changing society. Filled with upbeat folk numbers and soul-stirring slow songs, Silver Spoon was written by Amy Merrill, with music and lyrics by grassroots activist and musician Si Kahn.

Reviews & Ratings

This is a very appealing musical play. The story line is one we've heard before. Poor boy meets rich girl and there are social conflicts. The lyrics are fabulous even though they sound famliar( Fiddler on the Roof?)
It should be Off Broadway for those looking for investment in a sure success.
Rosie

I thought the actors were very good and very attractive and their chemistry worked! The live band behind the actors was novel and worked well and the singing was great! I had a wonderful time and it was both funny as well as sad at times. Very...continued

This was our first NORA production but on the basis of this show we're going to subscribe for next season. The show is cleverly written, the original music excellent, the performers well cast, enthusiastic, and professional. The theatre itself...continued

The Nora Theatre Company is such a great company--I've been so impressed by productions I have attended in the past, Hysteria and Moon for the Misbegotten. So my expectations were high...and I was disappointed. I found the story line pretty...continued

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Description

Silver Spoon

by Amy Merrill & Si Kahn

directed by Daniel Gidron

The world-premiere musical, Silver Spoon, delights with toe-tapping folk numbers and rousing ballads. Working-class Brooklyn and upper-crust Manhattan collide in the idealistic days of the late 1960s as two young lovers fight for justice and search for acceptance from their families, society, and each other. With book by Cambridge’s own Amy Merrill and music and lyrics by popular songwriter and activist Si Kahn. Directed by The Nora Theatre Company’s Associate Director Daniel Gidron.

About the Ticket Supplier: Central Square Theater

The Central Square Theater is home to Underground Railway Theater (URT) and The Nora Theatre Company, two professional theater companies with a combined track record of over 48 years of excellence.

URT has a 29 year history of connecting high quality professional theater with communities, performing new plays for young audiences, families and adults, and teaching through its rigorous education programming. Combining actors, puppetry and music, URT reaches out to and engages diverse audiences with performances of great beauty and compelling social content.

During The Nora’s 19 years, audiences and the media have recognized it for its exceptionally high quality work. Mission-driven to bring cutting-edge, thought- provoking, and contemporary productions to New England audiences, The Nora has introduced local audiences to Boston, New England, and/or world premieres.